Attleboro requires dogs to be restrained with a leash at all times when off the owner's property under city ordinance and MGL Ch. 140. Annual licensing is required (April 1-March 31). Late fee of $25 per dog applies after June 1. Failure to license is a $50 fine.
Attleboro's animal control ordinance (Sections 9-35 through 9-37) requires dog owners to control their dogs and keep them leashed at all times off their property. Licensing through the City Clerk runs April 1 to March 31. A $25 late fee per dog applies starting June 1 ($50-$150 for kennels). The penalty for not having a current license is $50. Failure to provide rabies vaccination proof is a $100 fine. All dogs and cats must be vaccinated against rabies.
No license: $50 fine (Ord. 9-36/9-37). Late fee: $25/dog after June 1. No rabies proof: $100 fine.
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